Launching in 2026, the 160-guest American Encore embodies the expectations of today’s traveler with its modern amenities and updated décor. Its expansive lounges showcase large glass windows that provide breathtaking views of the passing river landscapes and provide the perfect place to unwind after your day’s adventures. Serving as the vibrant heart of the ship is a multi-story glass-enclosed atrium, crowned by a large domed skylight. Also featured is an elegant restaurant, outdoor café, and fitness center.
American Encore introduces the newest class of stateroom in the American Cruise Lines fleet, the Signature Suite, the largest ever in their fleet. This elegant accommodation redefines onboard comfort and style, offering unparalleled space and amenities for an unforgettable journey. Discover a new standard for river cruising with our Signature staterooms, designed to exceed your expectations and make your travels truly extraordinary.
Highlights
- Operates along the U.S. Rivers
- Multiple Dining Venues
- Sophisticated and Modern Décor
- Fitness Center
- Multi-Story Glass Atrium
- Elevator Access to All Passenger Decks
American Encore Details
For fifty years, American Cruise Lines has taken pride in the generous size of their staterooms, which average over 350 square feet. Although each ship may be small, we challenge you to find larger onboard staterooms anywhere. Plus, every new ship has
staterooms with private balconies and floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
The spacious staterooms feature private balconies with full-length sliding glass doors, the perfect place to unwind at the end of an enriching day. Each private balcony is furnished with table and chairs for dining, lounging, or simply enjoying breathtaking views as warm breezes to fill your room.
American Cruise Lines, Inc.’s ships are equipped with handicap-accessible room. The ship is also equipped with an elevator for ease of movement between decks.
| Category | Description | Photos |
|---|---|---|
| Signature Suite | The largest stateroom in the American Cruise Lines fleet, the Signature Suite, is an unprecedented 1,010 sq ft. Enjoy panoramic 180-degree views. Featured are floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading to the expansive, furnished, wrap-around balcony. You can choose between two twins or one king-sized bed configuration. Underbed storage, nightstands, a dresser, and a closet ensure you have space to unpack. Featured is a large, separate, living area with plenty of seating and a large TV. Included is a stocked mini refrigerator which is replenished throughout your cruise, "suite treats" that arrive nightly, and on one evening, enjoy a bottle of premium champagne. The full bathroom includes double sinks, grab rails, plush robes, towels, a hairdryer, along with toiletries. Additional amenities include a single-serve coffee brewer, an alarm clock with a USB port, individual climate control, outlets, and a safe. Located on the 4th Deck. |  |
| Grand Suite | Grand Suites offer 650 sq. ft. of space encompassing a living room, bedroom, dining table and breakfast bar, balcony, and a spacious master bathroom. Floor-to-ceiling sliding doors in both the bedroom and living room lead to a 25-foot-long private balcony with a table, chairs, and chaise lounge. The living room has a TV, and the dining area has a coffee machine and refrigerator that is restocked daily. The bedroom has an additional TV and has a king-size bed but can be configured with two twin beds. The bathroom has a double vanity with a large shower, and is equipped with toiletries, hairdryer, plush towels and robes. Storage space in each Grand Suite includes a wardrobe, full-size dresser, and desk drawers. Each suite also has individual climate control, safe, USB charging ports, and complimentary WiFi. Located on the 4th Deck. |  |
| Sky Suite | Each 470 sq. ft. Sky Suite stateroom offers large floor-to-ceiling glass doors which lead to a comfortable balcony with a table and chairs. Each room has a king-size bed but can be configured with two twin beds. Sky Suite rooms have a full bathroom equipped with large shower, toiletries, hairdryer, and plush towels. Storage space in each room includes a wardrobe, full-size dresser, under-bed storage, and desk drawers. Each room also has individual climate control, TV, safe, USB charging ports, and complimentary WiFi. Located on the 4th Deck. |  |
| Vista Balcony | Each 350 sq. ft. Vista Balcony stateroom offers large floor-to-ceiling glass doors which lead to a comfortable balcony with a table and chairs. Each room has a king-size bed but can be configured with two twin beds. Vista Balcony rooms have a full bathroom equipped with large shower, toiletries, hairdryer, and plush towels. Storage space in each room includes a wardrobe, full-size dresser, under-bed storage, and desk drawers. Each room also has individual climate control, TV, safe, USB charging ports, and complimentary WiFi. Located on the 4th Deck. |  |
| Premium Balcony | Each 350 sq. ft. Premium Balcony stateroom offers large floor-to-ceiling glass doors which lead to a comfortable balcony with a table and chairs. Each room has a king-size bed but can be configured with two twin beds. Premium Balcony rooms have a full bathroom equipped with large shower, toiletries, hairdryer, and plush towels. Storage space in each room includes a wardrobe, full-size dresser, under-bed storage, and desk drawers. Each room also has individual climate control, TV, safe, USB charging ports, and complimentary WiFi. Located on the 3rd Deck. |  |
| Deluxe Balcony | Each 315 sq. ft. Deluxe Balcony stateroom offers large floor-to-ceiling glass doors which lead to a comfortable balcony with a table and chairs. Each room has a king-size bed but can be configured with two twin beds. Deluxe Balcony rooms have a full bathroom equipped with large shower, toiletries, hairdryer, and plush towels. Storage space in each room includes a wardrobe, full-size dresser, under-bed storage, and desk drawers. Each room also has individual climate control, TV, safe, USB charging ports, and complimentary WiFi. Located on the 2nd Deck. |  |
| Single Balcony | Each 250 sq. ft. Standard Balcony stateroom offers large floor-to-ceiling glass doors which lead to a comfortable balcony with a table and chairs. Each room has a full-size bed. Standard Balcony rooms have a full bathroom equipped with large shower, toiletries, hairdryer, and plush towels. Storage space in each room includes a wardrobe, full-size dresser, under-bed storage, and desk drawers. Each room also has individual climate control, TV, safe, USB charging ports, and complimentary WiFi. Located on the 4th Deck. |  |
| Specification | Information |
|---|---|
| Built | 2026 at Chesapeake Shipbuilding (Salisbury, Maryland USA) |
| Last Refurbished | N/A |
| Former Name(s) | N/A |
| Passengers | 180 |
| Cabins | 94 |
| Crew | 43 |
| Tonnage (gross tons) | 5148 |
| Length (feet) | 269 |
| Width (Beam) (feet) | 56 |
| Draft (Depth) (ft) | N/A |
| Speed (knots) | 12 |
| Registry | United States |
| Elevator | Yes |
| Disabled Cabins | Yes |
